Jonathan Dickinson State Park is one of the five Florida State Parks in Martin County and should be top on your “must do” list. As the largest state park in southeast Florida, Jonathan Dickinson does not disappoint with its 16 natural habitats including sand pine, scrub pine, flatwoods, mangroves and river swamps. The dark waters of the Loxahatchee River, Florida’s first federally designated Wild and Scenic River, run through the park offering many places to just sit and relax by the water.
There is a variety of fun and unforgettable recreational opportunities at Jonathan Dickinson such as kayaking, hiking, biking, or even a ranger-guided tour of the 1930’s pioneer homestead of Trapper Nelson via pontoon boat! There are also cabins and camping options at the park so you can enjoy all the park as to offer.
Please follow Leave No Trace and keep our natural areas in Martin County healthy, clean, and enjoyable for everyone.
Amenities at this site include:
- Environmental education and research center with visual materials and listening devices.
- Large-print Florida State park publications and other literature available upon request at the visitor center.
- Several electronic mobility devices are available.
- Paved 2-mile multi-use trail accessible from the visitor center to the Gator Culvert.
- Wheelchair-friendly ramp and small pier to the boat dock.
- Wheelchair-friendly sidewalk through a section of the picnic area near the Loxahatchee River.
- Picnic pavilions, picnic tables and grills.
- Accessible campsites and cabin.
- Accessible canoe and kayak launch
- Auto tour – with visual or audio options.
- Accessible restrooms.
- Dog Friendly- Please inquire at ranger station where dogs are allowed and always follow the rules of BARK Ranger
More about this park:
Part of the Explore Natural Martin Eco Trail , an interactive passport featuring our best natural areas.
Recognized as a wildlife hotspot on the Great Florida Birding Trail
The Loxahatchee River is one of the seven Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserves
Check out the youth programs and other guided programs at Jonathan Dickinson here
To learn more about programs and volunteering, you can check out the Friends of Jonathan Dickinson